The 20 Best Lafora Disease Doctors Near Me in lees summit, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Lafora Disease near lees summit, MO. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
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    Kansas City Neurology Clinic

    1980 SE Blue Pkwy Ste 2130, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Kathryn Hedges is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Hedges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Hedges is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Kansas City Neurology Associates

    1980 SE Blue Pkwy Ste 2130, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    816-524-1700
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Melissa Wren is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Wren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Frontotemporal Dementia, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Shyam K. Akkulugari
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lafora Disease

    Dr. Shyam K. Akkulugari
    Family Medicine

    John Knox Village Care Center

    600 NW Pryor Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    816-347-2430
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
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    Accepting New Patients

    Shyam Akkulugari is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Akkulugari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Idiopathic Edema, Insomnia, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Dr. Akkulugari is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
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    Lee's Summit Medical Center

    2100 SE Blue Pkwy, 
    Lees Summit,, MO 
     (2.7 miles away)
    816-282-5000
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Pashto, Urdu
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamal Khattak is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit,, Missouri. Dr. Khattak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Conversion Disorder. Dr. Khattak is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Advanced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

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    12140 Nall Ave Ste 230, 
    Leawood, KS 
     (13.8 miles away)
    913-661-9448
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Seeley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Leawood, Kansas. Dr. Seeley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Dravet Syndrome, and Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral required

    Corporate Medical Plaza, Building 2

    10777 Nall Avenue, Suite 140, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (14.4 miles away)
    913-588-1227
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zainab Alalawi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Alalawi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Alalawi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology - 2019 and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology - 2018. Dr. Alalawi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    MD Electro Diagnosis

    2330 E Meyer Blvd Ste 107, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (10.1 miles away)
    816-361-8684
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Sand is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Sand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome. Dr. Sand is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Research Medical Center

    2316 E Meyer Blvd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (11.6 miles away)
    816-276-4000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Cravanas is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Cravanas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Athetosis, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Migraine. Dr. Cravanas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Kansas City Neurology Clinic-Independence

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (11.6 miles away)
    913-934-4000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Samantha Irwin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Irwin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Memory Loss, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Irwin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Kansas City Neurology Clinic - Menorah

    12140 Nall Ave Ste 230, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Clark is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Primary Orthostatic Tremor, and Lambert-Eaton Syndrome. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required

    Kansas City Neurology Clinic - Menorah

    12140 Nall Ave Ste 230, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Stacy Younger is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Younger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Essential Tremor, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Younger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Experienced in Lafora Disease
    Referral may be required
    5100 Indian Creek Pkwy, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (14.2 miles away)
    913-544-1957
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
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    Accepting New Patients

    Rawan Albadareen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Albadareen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lafora Disease. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), West Syndrome, and Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Albadareen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Lafora Disease?

    Lafora disease is an inherited, severe form of progressive myoclonus epilepsy. The condition most commonly begins with epileptic seizures in late childhood or adolescence. Other signs and symptoms include difficulty walking, muscle spasms (myoclonus) and dementia. Affected people also experience rapid cognitive deterioration that begins around the same time as the seizures. Most cases are caused by changes in either the EPM2A gene or the NHLRC1 gene and are inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.

    When should I see a Lafora Disease doctor near lees summit, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Lafora Disease doctor near lees summit, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Lafora Disease doctor near lees summit, MO?

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    How does MediFind rank Lafora Disease doctors near lees summit, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Lafora Disease doctors near lees summit, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Lafora Disease doctor near lees summit, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Lafora Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lafora Disease doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Lafora Disease doctor near lees summit, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Lafora Disease doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Lafora Disease doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Lafora Disease doctors near lees summit, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Lafora Disease doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Lafora Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lafora Disease doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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